Snake River is recalling 17 2015-2016 Horse Trailer trailers under recall 16V052 for torsion-arm weld failure. Replacement axle and labor are free.
Snake River is recalling 17 2015-2016 Horse Trailer units because the weld securing the torsion arm assembly can fail, allowing the tire, wheel, hub, and torsion arm to separate from the trailer. That separation can reduce vehicle stability and increase crash risk; Snake River dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The 2015-2016 Snake River Horse Trailer uses a torsion axle to carry the trailer weight and let each wheel move against a rubber-sprung axle beam. The torsion arm connects the wheel, hub, and tire assembly to that axle beam, so the weld at that joint has to hold the suspension together under road load.
On affected trailers, the weld securing the torsion arm assembly was not made with proper weld penetration into the steel. That weak joint can crack or break. If it fails, the tire, wheel, hub, and torsion arm can separate from the trailer, leaving that corner of the trailer unsupported.
Owners can inspect the torsion arm weld area for visible cracking, separation, or a wheel that no longer sits straight. A crooked tire, or a tire tilted beyond normal alignment, is the warning sign to take seriously before towing again.
Who's affected?
Covers two model years of the same Horse Trailer rear-suspension configuration.
| 2015 Snake River Horse Trailer | rear suspension |
|---|---|
| 2016 Snake River Horse Trailer | rear suspension |
| Units affected | 17 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2015-2016 Snake River Horse Trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
A separated torsion arm reduces vehicle stability and increases the risk of a crash. Watch for a tire that looks crooked or tilted out of line, and have the torsion arm welds inspected. If you see that, stop using the trailer and call the dealer. Repair is free at any franchised Snake River dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015-2016 Snake River Horse Trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact Snake River customer service at 1-208-455-2768 to schedule the free axle replacement that fixes the torsion-arm weld failure.
- Bring the recall notice if Snake River has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 16V052 when you call.
- Inspect the axle area before towing, and stop using the trailer if the tire, wheel, hub, or torsion arm has separated.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Snake River technician replaces the affected torsion axle with the replacement axle supplied by the axle manufacturer. The axle and the labor needed to install it are covered under the recall, so the repair is free. Snake River has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for a related axle repair before the recall notice. Bring repair invoices and payment documentation to the service desk, or contact Snake River customer service, to ask how to submit the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| January 29, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| January 29, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| February 1, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
| February 26, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
| January 1, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V052?
Recall 16V052 covers 17 2015-2016 Snake River Horse Trailer units with certain Henderson Wheel torsion axles. The weld securing the torsion arm assembly can fail, letting the tire, wheel, hub, and torsion arm separate from the trailer. The axle replacement is free.
What should I do if my 2015-2016 Snake River Horse Trailer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 16V052. If it is, contact Snake River customer service at 1-208-455-2768 and ask how to arrange the free replacement axle and covered labor.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the recall remedy at no cost, and Snake River's remedy states that the axle manufacturer will supply the replacement axle free of charge and cover the labor needed to install it.
Is it safe to tow my Snake River Horse Trailer before the axle repair?
This recall does not carry a do-not-drive order. The axle defect can reduce trailer stability if the torsion arm separates, increasing crash risk. Confirm your VIN before towing, and arrange the free axle replacement if your trailer is included.
What if I bought this Horse Trailer used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the trailer, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2015-2016 Snake River Horse Trailer is included, then reference recall 16V052 when you contact Snake River.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V052000 |
|---|---|
| Snake River customer service | 1-208-455-2768 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V052 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V052000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →